Ray Brookshire

Mr. Ray Brookshire, 81, of Liberty, passed away Thursday, October 17, 2019, at his residence surrounded by his loving family. Mr. Brookshire was born July 11, 1938, in Manning TX to the late Paul Brookshire and Elizabeth Wallace. Mr. Brookshire was a retired electrical construction supervisor for varies companies throughout his career. He was a devoted patriot serving his country in the United States Army. He enjoyed fishing, hunting and being outdoors. He was blessed with the talent of building whatever he put his mind to. At his leisure, you would find him watching western movies, especially those with John Wayne. Grandpa's joy was his grandchildren. He was a faithful servant as a member of Line Camp Cowboy Church and will be truly missed by all who loved him.

Mr. Brookshire is preceded in death by his parents and sister, Pauline Bennett

Those left to cherish his memory are his loving wife of 59 years, Carolyn Sue Brookshire; daughters, Brenda K. Long and husband John of Houston, Kim Brightwell of Liberty; sister, Doris Rodgers of Lufkin; sister-in-law, Doris Ann Rodgers; brother and sister-in-law, Larry and Joey Steptoe, and Billy and Donna Steptoe; grandchildren, Crystal Alford, Bryan Long, Jonathan Long, Jacey Brightwell, Jimmy Lee Brightwell, Breanna Nichols; great-grandchildren, Kelsey, Cody, Alexis, Logan, Georgia, Joshua, Leah, Jayden and Kace also other families members and host of friends.

A gathering of family and friends will be on Sunday, October 27, 2019, at 10:00 a.m. at Faith & Family Funeral Services Inc. 40847 Hwy 105 E Batson, Texas 77519. A memorial service of remembrance will follow at 11:00 a.m. with Rev. Harlen Strothers officiating.

Cremation under the care of Faith & Family Funeral Services Inc.